1980 Buick Electra vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Buick Electra 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Electra Galant
Year Released 1980 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4129 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 74 HP
Torque 278 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2610 mm


 

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