1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Corsair | Barina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2250 mm |
