1986 Jaguar XJS vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jaguar XJS | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJS | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
