1991 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Holden Barina

To start off, both 1991 Audi 80 and 1991 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi 80 1991 Holden Barina
Make Audi Holden
Model 80 Barina
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1270 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2370 mm


 

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