1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1984 Toyota Starlet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Starlet |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |