1980 Audi Sport vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1986 Lotus Excel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lotus Excel weights approximately 177 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lotus Excel. (224 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lotus Excel. 1986 Lotus Excel has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lotus Excel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | Sport | Excel |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |