1986 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 17 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 90 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |
