1993 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Statesman | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Statesman | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4985 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
