1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 29 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
