1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1997 Nissan Laurel is newer by 13 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 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 290 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
