1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 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 Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jeep | Galant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
