2007 Audi S8 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 14 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 914 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S8 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
