2005 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (231 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Audi A4 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Verada
Year Released 2005 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 231 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm