1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 475 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Clio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
