2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lanos (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 47 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lanos | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
