1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 530 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |