1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 105 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Primera |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |