1985 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1979 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Plymouth Volare (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 435 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, 1979 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | 1979 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Plymouth |
| Model | Galant | Volare |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
