1993 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 750 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 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Barina | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3090 mm |
