1989 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 700 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Barina | Impreza |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2620 mm |