1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Barina |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2250 mm |