1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 810 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
