1975 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 264 kg more than 1975 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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Galant | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
