1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 625 kg more than 1978 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mark IV | Galant |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
