It dont seem fair to improve knights to an extent that barbarians wouldnt stand a chance, even in terms of RvR based balance.
Warriors usually clash them being balanced 1v1 is very important even with RvR standards. Its not like the knights 800-900 SC go by unnoticed

How much your SC hit for with off with their heads and onslaught 1.4k ?
Compare that with Matons hit and think about him having -100% protection -100% evasions.