2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1705 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2250 mm |
