2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1513 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
