1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 35 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 735 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
Model | Galant | Vue |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |