1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 22 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 255 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Dion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
