2003 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Galant |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |