1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 593 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
