1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 664 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3246 mm |
