2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1990 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Mustang | Barina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2250 mm |