1969 Audi Variant vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 269 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Variant | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 73 L |
