2009 Dodge Journey vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 641 kg more than 1981 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 Dodge Journey (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Journey | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Journey | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
