2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1543 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Land Rover Discovery 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Land Rover Mitsubishi
Model Discovery Galant
Year Released 2009 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2718 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2708 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2520 mm


 

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