2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1628 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.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lincoln | Holden |
| Model | Navigator | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2250 mm |
