2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1764 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2704 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |