1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 38 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1285 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
Model | Galant | Voyager |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1378 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3078 mm |