1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 235 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2642 mm |
