1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 63 kg more than 1975 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vega | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
