1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 37 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 491 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Galant | HHR |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2629 mm |
