1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Camaro | Galant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 468 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |