1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1979 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Berlina (460 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1979 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Berlina | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
