1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 670 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
