2004 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
