1988 Holden Barina vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 24 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1048 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 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Barina | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2707 mm |
