2009 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1983 Lotus Excel has manual transmission. 1983 Lotus Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Excel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 31 L |
