1996 Chevrolet APV vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet APV is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Chevrolet APV (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet APV | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | APV | Galant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |