2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 2002 Honda S2000 and 1976 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
