2006 Audi A3 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
