1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 895 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Galant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
