2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 836 kg more than 1987 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 Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
