1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 253 kg more than 1975 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
