1967 Audi Variant vs. 1985 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1985 Lotus Esprit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 2 kg more than 1985 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1985 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 1985 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, 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, 1985 Lotus Esprit (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1985 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Variant | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 31 L |
