2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1530 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 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2250 mm |
