1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1981 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
Model | Galant | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |