1981 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 860 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
