1989 Holden Barina vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 974 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Falcon 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 2008 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Barina | Falcon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2838 mm |