1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
