1991 Holden Barina vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, both 1991 Holden Barina and 1991 Porsche 944 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 944 weights approximately 670 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 944 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 944. 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 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 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 944 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Barina | 944 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2410 mm |