2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (139 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS6 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
