1989 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 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), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 738 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.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1989 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1989 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Barina | CR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2640 mm |