1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 205 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
