1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 215 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
