2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 905 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | Cadillac | Holden |
Model | Escalade | Barina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2250 mm |