2007 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. 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 (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Galant | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2378 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
