2000 Audi R8 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 843 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
