2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 420 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 711 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ram | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2430 mm |
