2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2310 mm |
