1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Holden Barina
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Barina (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Holden Barina (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |
