1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 1972 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
