1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (115 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 309 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
