2011 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina.
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, 1989 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. 1989 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2011 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2011 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | Barina |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2250 mm |
