1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 19 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Carina |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |