1991 Lotus Esprit vs. 1989 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 445 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 1991 Lotus Esprit 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 1991 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1991 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Barina. 1989 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1991 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1991 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lotus Esprit | 1989 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Esprit | Barina |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2250 mm |
