2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Pathfinder | Barina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2250 mm |
