1988 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1827 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Barina | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2750 mm |
