1993 Holden Barina vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 492 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Barina | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Barina | Crown |
Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |