2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Discovery 3 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
