1991 Audi S2 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 146 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi S2 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
