1992 Holden Barina vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 6 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 909 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Barina | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2930 mm |
