1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 479 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Carina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |