1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 366 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Reatta | Galant |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |