2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 30 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 2,646 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tucson | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2646 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
