2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 452 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 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
