1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (262 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 720 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | V70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
