1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
