2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 470 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Galant | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
