1993 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 800 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Barina | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
