1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 932 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Galant | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |
