2000 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 10 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 1210 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.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A8 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |
