1994 Holden Barina vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
