1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Because 1970 Ford Taunus 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 1970 Ford Taunus. 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, 1991 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taunus | Barina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
