1991 Holden Barina vs. 1991 Porsche 928
To start off, both 1991 Holden Barina and 1991 Porsche 928 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 820 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 1991 Porsche 928 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 Porsche 928. 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Barina | 1991 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Barina | 928 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |