1985 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1985 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 1985 Mitsubishi Galant and 1985 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Proton Saloon. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1985 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Proton Saloon. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | 1985 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Galant | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
