2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1328 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2430 mm |
