1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 688 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 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
Model | Galant | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |