1991 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 600 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2570 mm |
