1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Indigo weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Indigo | Barina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2250 mm |
