1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 33 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 160 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2416 mm |
