1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2002 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Swift is newer by 24 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Swift. (77 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2002 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Galant | Swift |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
