1992 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1995 Opel Corsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Corsa weights approximately 64 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Opel Corsa (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 1995 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
