2009 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
