1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 20 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
