1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 632 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, 2010 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Acura |
| Model | Galant | TL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
