1991 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 375 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 Chevrolet Cavalier (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Cavalier | Barina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |
