2001 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1980 Lotus Esprit 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 1980 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, 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, 2001 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lotus Esprit. (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A6 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |