2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 552 kg more than 1986 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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
