1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 16 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 602 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viper | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
