1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 18 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 840 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Roadmaster | Galant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
