1994 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 13 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. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 960 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Barina | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Barina | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |