1983 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 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, 1983 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Eldorado | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Eldorado | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
