1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 11 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, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 91 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Santana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
