2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Korando | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Barina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
