1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Santana weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Nissan Santana (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Santana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
