1970 Holden Torana vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (95 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 215 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Torana | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
