2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lucerne | Galant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2520 mm |