1994 Audi V8 vs. 1990 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1990 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi V8 | 1990 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | V8 | Elan |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3561 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |