1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 13 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Galant | S-MX |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |