1989 Holden Barina vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1135 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | Barina | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2490 mm |