2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 691 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2430 mm |
