1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 529 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | El Camino | Galant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2430 mm |
