1990 Audi V8 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1990 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (383 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi V8 | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
