1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1155 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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | X5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 304 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2934 mm |
