1990 Holden Barina vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 15 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 120 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 2005 Lotus Exige 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 2005 Lotus Exige. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Barina | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Barina | Exige |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2310 mm |
