2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac SRX | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SRX | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
