2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 362 kg more than 1974 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Galant |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |