1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 726 kg more than 1977 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Buick Riviera | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Riviera | Galant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
