1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 9 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1740 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Holden |
| Model | Silver Spur | Barina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2250 mm |
