1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 240 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Galant | Soul |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |