2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 24 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2060 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | Barina |
Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2250 mm |