1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Sierra (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Barina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2250 mm |
