1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 190 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 Toyota RAV4 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |