2007 Honda FR-V vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 353 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda FR-V | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | FR-V | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |