1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 550 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 V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | V70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
