1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Corona |
Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |