2007 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 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.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |