1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1974 Chevrolet Nova and 1974 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 610 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Nova | Galant |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |