1993 Lotus Esprit vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lotus Esprit | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
