1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 150 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
