1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 14 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP) has 526 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 940 kg more than 1984 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vantage | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
