1986 Audi 100 vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. Both 1986 Audi 100 and 1996 Lotus Elan are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lotus Elan (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
