2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1986 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina. 1986 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1986 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | Discovery | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2250 mm |
