1989 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 24 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 983 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti IPL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Infiniti IPL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Barina | IPL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2850 mm |
