2002 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2002 Holden Barina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 343 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Barina | 1995 Plymouth Voyager | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | Barina | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
