1992 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 768 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1992 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1992 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Quest |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |
