1990 Holden Barina vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 19 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1070 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 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 2009 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | Barina | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2425 mm |
