2004 Cadillac SRX vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Cadillac SRX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 930 kg more than 1986 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 SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac SRX | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
