1992 Audi V8 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
