2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 2000 Caterham 7 and 1984 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,795 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
