2001 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 682 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 2001 Ford Mustang 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 2001 Ford Mustang. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Mustang | Barina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2250 mm |
