1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
