1955 Buick 40 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 695 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 40 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
