2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 990 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ML | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
