2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 245. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 6 kg more than 1974 Volvo 245. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 245. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | 245 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
