2009 Mazda 3 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1979 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 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
