1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 900 kg more than 1991 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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Trans Sport | Barina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
