1994 Holden Barina vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 2007 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1994 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1994 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Barina | Musso |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
