1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, both 1987 Mitsubishi Galant and 1987 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 185 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Galant | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
