1999 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
