1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 292 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Galant | Accord |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2799 mm |