1981 Audi UR vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 1 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 31 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | UR | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
