1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Bristol Blenheim 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 1993 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1985 Holden Barina | |
Make | Bristol | Holden |
Model | Blenheim | Barina |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2250 mm |