1980 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Esprit | A6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2912 mm |
