1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1996 Toyota MR2 is newer by 23 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 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. 1996 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota MR2 (131 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
