1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 30 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
