2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2610 mm |
