1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 23 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 610 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
