1999 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 365 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
