1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 28 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 777 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Holden |
| Model | Galant | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
