2005 Audi A8 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1053 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2510 mm |
