1985 Holden Statesman vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Holden Statesman is newer by 1 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Statesman weights approximately 582 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, 1985 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Statesman | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Statesman | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
