1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Dodge Colt is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Galant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
