1990 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 670 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 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2530 mm |
