1990 Holden Barina vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Holden Monaro 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 1971 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Barina | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2830 mm |
