1991 Holden Barina vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2740 mm |
