1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. Both 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1974 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 95 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lancer | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
