1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 315 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2576 mm |
