1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Audi Quattro. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Quattro.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
