1989 Chrysler TC vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Chrysler TC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler TC weights approximately 309 kg more than 1979 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, 1989 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler TC | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TC | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
