2001 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 334 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mitsubishi Galant | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Galant | Toronado |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |