1999 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, both 1999 Audi S8 and 1999 Mitsubishi Verada were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | S8 | Verada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |