2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 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. At 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-Type | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2096 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
