2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 26 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 970 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RS6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
