2004 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1977 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (340 Nm). This means 1977 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | 1977 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Galant | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
