1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Polo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
