1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 31 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 187 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Sienna |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3040 mm |