1977 Ford Taunus vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Taunus 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 14 more horse power than 1977 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Taunus weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
Because 1977 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 1977 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 (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Taunus | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Taunus | Barina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |
