1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 50 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
