1986 Honda Jazz vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Jazz | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |
