2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AZ | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
