2005 Mazda 2 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
