1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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 Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Quattro | Exige |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
