2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 795 kg more than 1980 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 Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
