1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 32 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 716 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Infiniti |
| Model | Galant | M |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
