1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Coupe | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
