1993 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 901 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 2003 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
