1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 8 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Sonata | Barina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2250 mm |
