1968 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Holden Barina (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2250 mm |
