1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vega | Galant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
