1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2005 Toyota Caldina is newer by 27 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 80 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, 2005 Toyota Caldina (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Caldina |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |