1984 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 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, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda RX-7 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
