1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 375 kg more than 1978 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 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DeVille | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
