2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 790 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pilot | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |