2004 Mazda 2 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 26 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
