1992 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 18 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 544 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Holden Barina | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3240 mm |