2008 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |