1984 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lotus Esprit. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Esprit | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |
