1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 39 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
