1983 Audi 80 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Audi 80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
