2008 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 18 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Verada.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Verada
Year Released 2008 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2972 cc
Horse Power 330 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 421 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1518 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm


 

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