1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 68 kg more than 1973 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Lancer | 80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
