1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 312 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Galant | Accord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2725 mm |
