1985 Lotus Excel vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT.
Because 1985 Lotus Excel 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 1985 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT, 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, 2010 Audi TT (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel. 2010 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1985 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1985 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Excel | TT |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
