2005 Lexus SC vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 572 kg more than 1977 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 Lexus SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SC | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
