1991 Audi S2 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi S2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Audi S2. (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S2 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
