1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 31 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 615 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jaguar |
| Model | Galant | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
