2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 629 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
