1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Centura.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Centura | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Centura | Galant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
