1995 Dodge Avenger vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1995 Dodge Avenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Avenger (155 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 640 kg more than 1990 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, 1995 Dodge Avenger (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Avenger | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Avenger | Barina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2250 mm |
