2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
| Model | Passat | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2250 mm |
