1991 Audi V8 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi V8 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
