2010 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 1000 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 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A4 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2250 mm |
