1990 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 19 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 645 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 2009 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2830 mm |
