1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1987 Holden Barina
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 665 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford Ranger 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 1997 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1987 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | Barina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2250 mm |
