2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Land Rover | Holden |
| Model | LR2 | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
