2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | RAV4 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |
