1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (110 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MX-6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
