1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 723 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
