1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 21 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 180 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 406 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
