2008 Honda NSX vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 35 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 446 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | NSX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |
