2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1751 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escalade | Galant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2430 mm |
