2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 715 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 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Wrangler | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
