1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 346 kg more than 1975 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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shadow | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2430 mm |
