1989 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1980 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, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda RX-7 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
