1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1990 Nissan Santana is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Santana |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
