1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1035 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Lancer | A6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2916 mm |
