1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 28 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1538 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | NV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3711 mm |
