1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 405 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
