1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 51 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mark IV | Galant |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2640 mm |
