1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
