1988 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 20 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1099 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 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Barina | Compass |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2640 mm |
