1969 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 980 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
