1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Datsun 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Datsun 1800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 199 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Datsun 1800. (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Datsun | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1800 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
