1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1978 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | W12 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
