1993 Mazda Lantis vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 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 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda Lantis | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lantis | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
