2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda RX-8 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
