2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 617 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Lucerne | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |