1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 233 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Galant | Altima |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2675 mm |