2006 Honda Element vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 312 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Element | Galant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |