1988 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1978 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Holden Barina | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Barina | Freelander |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2670 mm |