1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Galant | A4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |