1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1055 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DeVille | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
