1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi Coupe | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Coupe | Galant |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |