2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Enclave | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
