1989 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 555 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2540 mm |
