1993 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 451 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barina | Golf |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
