1994 Holden Barina vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 1053 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Barina | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Holden | GMC |
| Model | Barina | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2857 mm |
