1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
