1980 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 200 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200, 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, 1980 Audi 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 200 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 44 L |
