1992 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 1 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. Both 1992 Ford Escort and 1991 Holden Barina are equipped with a 1,324 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
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, 1991 Holden Barina (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2250 mm |
