2009 Audi A8 vs. 1983 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Excel. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Excel. (218 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Excel. 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 1983 Lotus Excel | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A8 | Excel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 31 L |