2000 Audi TT vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 TT (286 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
