1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 595 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Galant | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
