2009 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
