1991 Audi S2 vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1991 Audi S2 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 S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1991 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 400 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 S2 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 S2 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Audi S2 | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | S2 | 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 | 216 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |