2009 BMW X5 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | X5 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
