1986 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 27 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 715 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
