1992 Holden Barina vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Barina | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
