1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1997 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1997 Seat Cordoba is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Cordoba (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 Seat Cordoba.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 1997 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
