1980 Ford Falcon vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Falcon weights approximately 590 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Falcon 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 1980 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1980 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Falcon | 1994 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Falcon | Barina |
Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |