2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (229 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 911. (185 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 435 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 911. (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
