1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 576 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
