1989 Holden Barina vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 1025 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Venza |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2775 mm |
