2005 Buick Century vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Century | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Century | Galant |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |