2003 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
