1987 Mazda 626 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
