1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 30 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 2,698 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 727 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
