1979 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
