1992 Holden Barina vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 770 kg more than 1992 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Barina | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Barina | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
