1999 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 793 kg more than 1976 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1976 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | L 200 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2550 mm |
