2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1030 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 |
