1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | S-10 | Barina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2250 mm |
