1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 155 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
