1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Galant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |