2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Saturn | Holden |
| Model | Outlook | Barina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 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 |
