1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 5 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 2,319 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 740 weights approximately 107 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Galant | 740 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |