1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 494 kg more than 1986 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Galant | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2803 mm |