1990 Holden Barina vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 20 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1501 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 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 2010 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1990 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Holden | Hummer |
| Model | Barina | H3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2850 mm |
