1991 Holden Barina vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, both 1991 Holden Barina and 1991 Opel Astra were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
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 Opel Astra (104 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
