1988 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2000 Mahindra Commander is newer by 12 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2000 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 640 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
Because 2000 Mahindra Commander 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander 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, 2000 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2000 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Barina | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2690 mm |
