1991 Audi S2 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Audi S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 560 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 S2 (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |
