2001 Holden Barina vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2001 Holden Barina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lotus Excel (180 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lotus Excel 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 1986 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1986 Lotus Excel (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Barina. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 2001 Holden Barina has manual transmission. 2001 Holden Barina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Barina | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Barina | Excel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
