1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | TVR |
| Model | Galant | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
