1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2001 Holden Barina
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 2001 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Barina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2500 mm |
