1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Galant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
