2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Premacy | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Premacy | Galant |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |