1972 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1982 Nissan Sunny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Sunny (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
