1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 29 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Micra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
