1990 Audi 200 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, 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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 200 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 200 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2310 mm |
