1995 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Holden Barina
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Barina. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1994 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | Barina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
