2000 Ford Puma vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 545 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Puma | Barina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2250 mm |
