1991 Holden Barina vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Barina | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2830 mm |
