1984 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 159 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Camira | Elise |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
