1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 722 kg more than 1987 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 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 62 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
