2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 519 kg more than 1976 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJ | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
