1994 Vauxhall Carlton vs. 2005 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Holden Barina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 3,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (355 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina. 2005 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1994 Vauxhall Carlton has manual transmission. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Vauxhall Carlton | 2005 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Holden |
| Model | Carlton | Barina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3638 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
