1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 32 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 35 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Dacia |
| Model | Galant | Duster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2673 mm |
