2004 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lotus Excel (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Because 1983 Lotus Excel 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 1983 Lotus Excel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, 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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A4 | Excel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |