1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 806 is newer by 17 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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 806 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
