1974 Buick GS vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Galant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
