1970 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corolla | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
