1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 33 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 798 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Galant | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2875 mm |
