2007 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Escape (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina.
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, 2007 Ford Escape (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Barina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2250 mm |
