2001 Lotus Exige vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Camira weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Lotus Exige 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 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Holden Camira, 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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Lotus | Holden |
| Model | Exige | Camira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
