1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 28 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 404 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | V70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
