2012 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Holden Barina | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Town & Country | Barina |
Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5151 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1999 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2250 mm |