1989 Holden Barina vs. 1999 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1999 Panoz Esperante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Barina would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Panoz Esperante 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 1999 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1999 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Holden Barina | 1999 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Barina | Esperante |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2700 mm |