1987 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2012 Audi A7
To start off, 2012 Audi A7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A7 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A7 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, 2012 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Starion. 2012 Audi A7 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Mitsubishi Starion | 2012 Audi A7 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Starion | A7 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1910 kg |