1971 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 115 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Galant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
