1978 Mazda 626 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 170 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda 626 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 626 | Galant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |