1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
