1988 Holden Barina vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 750 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina. 2000 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Barina | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Barina | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2580 mm |
