1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 149 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Excel |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
