1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 17 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | S70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
