1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1660 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Holden Barina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Express | Barina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2250 mm |