1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1040 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Centurion | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Centurion | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |
