1994 Lotus Esprit vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Esprit (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Lotus Esprit (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lotus Esprit | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Esprit | Galant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
