2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Terraza | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
