1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1991 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Caprice | Barina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2250 mm |
