1989 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1085 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 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M 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 M | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Barina | M |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2900 mm |