1982 Citroen LN vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LN | Galant |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
