2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
