1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1993 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Volvo 480 is newer by 15 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, 1993 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 480. (144 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1993 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | 480 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
