1991 Holden Barina vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Barina weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 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 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Holden Barina | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Barina | Elise |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |