1991 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Verada | A4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
