1997 Mazda Levante vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Mazda Levante 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. Both 1997 Mazda Levante and 1980 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Levante weights approximately 95 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Levante | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Levante | Galant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
