1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
