1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 764 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 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2919 mm |
