1994 Audi Coupe vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi Coupe. (168 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi Coupe | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2634 mm |
