1998 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 272 kg more than 1987 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 Honda Accord (186 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
