1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC Hornet (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC Hornet should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC Hornet weights approximately 209 kg more than 1984 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, 1969 AMC Hornet (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 AMC Hornet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Hornet | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
