2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Hyundai | Holden |
| Model | Tucson | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2250 mm |
