1993 Holden Barina vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla 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 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
