1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 2 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Daytona | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
