1969 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 993 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2280 mm |
