1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Galant | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
