1975 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 37 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1073 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
