1997 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 205 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Acura | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Galant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
