1988 Audi V8 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Audi V8.
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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
