2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 18 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1079 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.
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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2250 mm |
