1994 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. Both 1994 Holden Barina and 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 195 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.
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 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Barina | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
