1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 21 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, 1999 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Galant | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
