1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 371 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 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Galant | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
