1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 94 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Galant | 2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2489 mm |
