1990 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 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 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 1990 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2500 mm |
