2005 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1983 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S4 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |
