1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 7 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 950 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Seville | Galant |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |