1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 22 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Galant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
