1979 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda 929 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | 929 | Galant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |