1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Corvette and 1985 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 156 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 458 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Galant |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 448 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |