2012 Jeep Liberty vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1119 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 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Jeep Liberty | 1991 Holden Barina | |
Make | Jeep | Holden |
Model | Liberty | Barina |
Year Released | 2012 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1849 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4493 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2695 mm | 2250 mm |