1992 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 689 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Barina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
