1972 Ford Torino vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1989 Holden Barina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Torino | Barina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2250 mm |
