2006 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 550 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Galant | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Galant | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 51 L |