1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |