2007 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 (187 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 478 kg more than 1976 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |