2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
