1990 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 845 kg more than 1989 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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Plymouth Voyager | 1989 Holden Barina | |
Make | Plymouth | Holden |
Model | Voyager | Barina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2250 mm |