1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
