1999 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Audi A4 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
