2008 Audi S5 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Audi S5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Audi S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
