1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 438 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | V50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
