1986 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 138 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 90 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| 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 | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 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 | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
