1991 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 1991 Audi 100 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 (251 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
