1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ballade | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2430 mm |
