1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 534 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Exige |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
