1995 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 De Tomaso Guara 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 1995 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1995 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 De Tomaso Guara | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Guara | Barina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2250 mm |
