1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 924 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
