1991 Holden Barina vs. 1997 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1997 Nissan Crew is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Crew weights approximately 510 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 1997 Nissan Crew 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 1997 Nissan Crew. 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, 1997 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Barina | 1997 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Barina | Crew |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2670 mm |