1975 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Holden Barina
To start off, 1992 Holden Barina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 89 kg more than 1992 Holden Barina.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1992 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
