1990 Holden Barina vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 3 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1000 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 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Holden Barina | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Holden | Jaguar |
Model | Barina | XJS |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2600 mm |