2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 375 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | HR-V | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
