1989 Mazda 323 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda 323 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 119 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (164 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda 323 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
