1969 Mazda Luce vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
