1999 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Coupe (111 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 50 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Coupe | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
