1994 Audi Coupe vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1997 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotus Elise (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi Coupe weights approximately 425 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Because 1997 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 1997 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe, 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, 1997 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Elise |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |
