2004 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 375 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 De Tomaso Guara | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Guara | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
