1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 295 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Galant | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
