2008 Toyota Sienna vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1208 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 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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, 2008 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Sienna | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Sienna | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2250 mm |
