1970 GAZ 24 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ 24 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ 24 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 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 GAZ 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | GAZ | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 24 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
