1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 602 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
