1997 Buick LeSabre vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 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, 1997 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick LeSabre | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | LeSabre | Galant |
Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |