1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 24 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 342 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
