2009 Audi A6 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
