1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
