1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Virage | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
