1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 360 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Galant | TT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2469 mm |
