1986 Dodge Shadow vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1986 Dodge Shadow and 1986 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Shadow (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 146 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Shadow | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shadow | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
