1990 Holden Barina vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Barina | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2410 mm |
