1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 140 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Galant | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
