1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1994 Holden Barina is newer by 7 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1994 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Barina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
