1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Porsche 944 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 944 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 944 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
