1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 301 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 307 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
