1991 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
