1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 34 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 308 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, 2011 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Jeep |
| Model | Galant | Compass |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
