1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Silvia (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
