1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 390 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, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
