1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Toyota Caldina is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Caldina (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 80 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, 2004 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Caldina |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |