1980 Audi UR vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi UR. (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | UR | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
