1992 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Audi Coupe. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi Coupe. (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi Coupe | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
