1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 29 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 277 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Altima |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |