1999 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
