1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 30 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 541 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | S80 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2835 mm |
