1970 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi 100 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Audi 100 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
