1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 27 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, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 70 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Galant | SC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
