1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 314 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Quattro (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1984 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
