1989 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1990 Lotus Elan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
