2009 Lincoln Navigator vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1271 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln Navigator | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Navigator | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2520 mm |
