1987 Ford Escort vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1987 Ford Escort and 1987 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1987 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina. 1987 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |
