2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 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 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
