2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
