2006 Audi Allroad vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1130 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 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Allroad | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2250 mm |
