2006 Lexus RX vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lexus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
