2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 31 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1010 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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Voyager | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
