1988 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1448 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2710 mm |
