1988 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 1140 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 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona 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, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2003 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Retona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2370 mm |
