1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Elise |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
