1990 Holden Barina vs. 2007 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 MG ZT-T is newer by 17 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 1085 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 2007 MG ZT-T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 MG ZT-T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2007 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Barina | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2750 mm |
