1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 346 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 187 kg more than 1973 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 Camaro (576 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
