1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Lancer | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1349 mm |
