1991 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 794 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina. 2011 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 1991 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1991 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2659 mm |
