1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | GTD |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
