1999 Mazda 626 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda 626 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 626 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
