1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 310 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 604 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
