2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 191 kg more than 1979 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Odyssey | Galant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |