1996 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6 | Pajero |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |