1978 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (5 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Audi 100 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
