2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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) has 131 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 587 kg more than 1985 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LeSabre | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
