2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 650 kg more than 1990 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 TT (321 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
