2000 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A8 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |