1984 Audi 90 vs. 1982 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1982 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Audi 90 | 1982 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | 90 | Esprit |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |