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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 455 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |
