1993 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 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 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 865 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 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1993 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1993 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Holden | Land Rover |
| Model | Barina | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
