1990 Holden Barina vs. 1976 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1976 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2400 mm |
