1991 Audi 100 vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1991 Audi 100 and 1991 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (226 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 617 kg more than 1991 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 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, 1991 Audi 100 (350 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (143 Nm). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 997 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
