2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Exige | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
