1995 Caterham 21 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Caterham 21 is newer by 11 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Caterham 21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 492 kg more than 1995 Caterham 21.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham 21. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham 21 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 21 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
