1990 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 705 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Barina | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2680 mm |
