1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Galant | 505 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1376 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |