1988 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 21 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1625 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 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander 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, 2009 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2009 Jeep Commander 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. 2009 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Barina | Commander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2790 mm |
