1995 Mazda 323 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 323. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 323 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 323 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 323 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
