1990 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 992 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 2011 Kia Sorento 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. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2700 mm |
