1978 Ford Capri vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1987 Holden Barina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina.
Because 1978 Ford Capri 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 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1987 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Barina |
Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2250 mm |