2001 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 436 kg more than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1987 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
