1994 Ford Tempo vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, both 1994 Ford Tempo and 1994 Holden Barina were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina. 1994 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tempo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Tempo | 1994 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Tempo | Barina |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |