1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 405 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sport | Lancer |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |