1990 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 375 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 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2470 mm |
