2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 20 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 990 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terraza | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
