2005 Audi A4 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 233 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, 2005 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, 1983 Lotus Excel (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1983 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A4 | Excel |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |