2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Barina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2250 mm |
