1989 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 22 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
