1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 780 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Proudia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
