2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1135 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2250 mm |
