1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 36 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 859 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, 2012 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Galant | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
