1989 Holden Barina vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota iQ weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | iQ |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3051 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2000 mm |