1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1168 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dodge |
| Model | Galant | Ram |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3569 mm |
