2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 911 kg more than 1979 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Galant |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 90 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |