2000 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Verada 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 169 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Verada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
