1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Galant. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1987 Dodge Daytona has manual transmission. 1987 Dodge Daytona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 2012 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Daytona | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
