1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, both 1978 Chrysler 160 and 1978 Mitsubishi Galant were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chrysler 160 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
Model | 160 | Galant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |