2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (258 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 595 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (351 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
