1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 608 kg more than 1984 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Galant | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |