1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MK II | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
