1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1982 Saab 900
To start off, 1982 Saab 900 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Saab 900 weights approximately 15 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1982 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
| Model | Galant | 900 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
