1990 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (142 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 635 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
