1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 31 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 99 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Versa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1066 kg |
