1983 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
