1989 Holden Barina vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 860 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Barina | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Barina | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2630 mm |
