1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1641 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
