2010 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1988 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1796 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 2010 Ford Expedition 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 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Expedition | 1988 Holden Barina | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Expedition | Barina |
Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2250 mm |