1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 475 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Galant | Accord |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |