1988 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1136 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 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Barina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2650 mm |
