1980 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 24 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Galant |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |