1981 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1981 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Esprit | Q7 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2174 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |