1995 Acura Legend vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Galant |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |