1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 558 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Galant |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |