1991 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 20 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1190 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 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Barina | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Holden | Tata |
Model | Barina | Safari |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2660 mm |