1990 Holden Barina vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 495 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.
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, 1992 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Barina | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2530 mm |
