1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Bluebird (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 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 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
