1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sunny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
