1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 10 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Peugeot 405 (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 405 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
