1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Thunderbird 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 1979 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 1990 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Thunderbird | Barina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2250 mm |