2008 Kia Sportage vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 120 kg more than 1978 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sportage | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
