1975 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 95 kg more than 1975 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda 929 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
