1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1981 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 600 | Galant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2520 mm |