1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 26 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, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Galant | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1667 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |