1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Galant | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
