2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1978 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CTS | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
