2009 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 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 155 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 540 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Galant | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
