1985 Holden Barina vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Barina 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 61 more horse power than 1985 Holden Barina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Elise weights approximately 256 kg more than 1985 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Barina. (85 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Barina | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Barina | Elise |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2310 mm |
