1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 390 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |