1990 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 10 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 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 505 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Barina | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2680 mm |
