1980 Audi 200 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 200 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
