1984 Audi 200 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 200 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
