2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (216 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 422 kg more than 1989 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, 2000 Holden Berlina (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Berlina | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Berlina | Esprit |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |