1990 BMW 316 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 316 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 316 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
