1993 Holden Barina vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina.
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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2002 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
