1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1985 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Invicta | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
