1991 Holden Barina vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 677 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Barina | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Barina | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2710 mm |
