1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 685 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Aerostar | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Aerostar | Barina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3973 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2250 mm |
